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Canada’s 2018 Federal Budget titled “Equality + Growth, A strong Middle Class” was released on Feb 27, 2018. One of its major themes is to boost productivity and adapt to changing demographics by bringing more women into the workforce. To learn more, read the full Budget Plan online.

Over 53 professional newcomer clients from Immigrant Services Calgary participated in our annual networking event with Deloitte professionals. This year’s topic is “Tools to help you in your job search”. During the event, Deloitte staff shared their insights and experiences about the Canadian work culture, job search techniques, interview skills, resume writing, and work search process in Canada. Participants also …

As a newcomer to Alberta, the first step to working in your occupation is to find out if your occupation is regulated. In Alberta, some occupations are regulated, meaning there are legal requirements and restrictions which you have to meet work in that occupation. The Government of Alberta has compiled a list of regulated professions in Alberta, along with information …

Immigrant Services Calgary is hosting a hiring event with Harmony Beef Company, LTD. on Saturday, September 2, 2017, from 9:00am to 3:00pm. During the event, the company will be recruiting for Skilled Rib Boners, Saw Operators, Chuck Boners, Food Safety and Quality Assurance Techs, Meat Trimmers, Skinners and Kill Floor Production Workers, Purchasing and Accounting. For more information about the event, …

This morning, Immigrant Services Calgary hosted a networking power breakfast for professionals in the areas of Banking, Accounting and Supply Chain! It was a great success with over 60 participants, and opportunities for newcomer professionals to build up their local network with professionals in their field. A big thank you to all of our clients and corporate partners who made …

The Canada-Alberta Job Grant (CAJG) is an employer-driven training program where employers and government share the cost of training new and existing employees to increase their knowledge and skills to meet the needs of Alberta’s changing economy There are now more ways for Alberta businesses and workers to benefit from the Canada-Alberta Job Grant (CAJG) training subsidy. 100% of training …

On Saturday, May 13, 2017, Immigrant Services Calgary’s Employment team was invited to attend a career fair at Foothills Alliance Church in Edgemont. The event was hosted by Calgary Centre-North MP, Michelle Rempel. It aims to connect Calgarians with agencies that help people get employed. Our employment team provided job search support and employment skill information to attendances. You can …

Government of Canada helps newcomers put their skills to work in Canada faster April 6, 2017 Vancouver, BC Employment and Social Development Canada Budget 2017 is the next step in the Government’s ambitious plan to make smart investments that will grow …